Universe Simplified Foundation

Inspires students through hands-on STEM education, fostering innovation and critical thinking to address real-life challenges

  • Bronze Certified 2023
  • 80G
  • 12A
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Financials

  • 2020

    Total Income
    Rs.2,037,752
    Total Expenses
    Rs.2,072,369
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  • 2021

    Total Income
    Rs.2,240,274
    Total Expenses
    Rs.2,195,654
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  • 2022

    Total Income
    Rs.5,418,492
    Total Expenses
    Rs.3,301,095
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  • 2024

    Total Income
    Rs.27,263,500
    Total Expenses
    Rs.27,715,000
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Geographies Served

Programs

  • USF STEM Fellowship Programme

    District
    District

    Mumbai

    States

    Maharashtra

    The USF STEM Fellowship is an immersive two-year programme where fellows work as STEM educators in under-resourced rural village schools. It aims to provide equal opportunities for inquiry-driven STEM education to students in Government schools. Fellows facilitate hands-on STEM workshops, execute programme operations, and work on innovative local projects. It engages with stakeholders, train interns, and receive training in inquiry-driven curriculum, programme execution, and technical skills. The fellowship offers a monthly stipend and is open to passionate individuals interested in the education sector and excited about science and technology. The selection process involves an online application, a technical round, and a final interview at its field office.

  • STEM Projects

    District
    District

    Mumbai

    States

    Maharashtra

    Universe Simplified provides a platform for STEM projects aimed at encouraging scientific thinking. It offers a range of basic science experiments and small projects related to topics such as environment, sustainability, and Earth and Space. Projects like building a balloon car, solar fan, Newton's boat, and more are featured, using simple materials. These hands-on projects not only enhance children's practical knowledge but also motivate them to explore and learn about science, the environment, and their surroundings.

Leadership Team

  • Meera Rathod

    Programme Director

  • Henna Khan

    Founder & Chief Executive Officer

  • Anuj Bhagwati

    Member - Board of Advisors

  • Kashyap Shah

    Mentor

Demographics & Structure

  • Organisation Strength

    None

Registration Details

  • PAN Card

    AACCU1254F

  • Registration Number

    U80902MH2017NPL298295

  • CSR Form 1

    Not Available

  • 80G

    AACCU1254FF20191

  • 12A

    AACCU1254FE20177

  • FCRA

    Not Available

About

  • Headquarters

    Mumbai, Maharashtra

  • Since

    2017

Impact

The organization works with 6th to 9th grade students in villages along the Kalyan-Murbad road on the outskirts of Mumbai, teaching them mechanical project making, basic electronics, robotics, and computers over a 4-year period.

Vision and Mission

Universe Simplified Foundation envisions a world where education empowers students and communities to find innovative solutions to real-life challenges, with a mission to make hands-on, inquiry-driven STEM education accessible to everyone.

Political & Religious Declarations

  • Political Affiliation

  • Religious Affiliation

Location

  • Headquarters

    604/A, Akanksha Towers, Kalyan Complex, Versova, Andheri (West), Mumbai, Maharashtra

    Directions
  • Offices in Cities

    Mumbai

Other Details

  • Type

    Non-profit

  • Sub Type

    Section 8 (formerly Section 25)

Technology Adoption

  • SOC 2 Compliant

    No

  • Financial Management

  • Beneficiary Management